Literature II

In "The Stone," what motivates Maibon to make his wish?

• He is argumentative.

• He is afraid of growing old, weak, and feeble.

• He is a human and does not have magical powers.

• He grows old at the end of the story.

In "The Stone," how is Maibon different by the end of the story?

• He appreciates the changes in the world even if it means he ages.

• He is angry at the dwarf for tricking him into making a bad choice.

• He wants the stone to keep returning to him so his wish will continue.

• He complains that the wish did not bring him the riches he desired.

Read the passage from "The Stone:"

Hearing this, Maibon pulled and pried and chopped away at the log as fast as he could and soon freed the dwarf.

Doli heaved a sigh of relief, rubbed his shin, and cocked a red eye at Maibon.

Visualize the scene in your mind.

What tool does Maibon most likely use to free Doli's leg from the log?

• a wrench

• an axe

• a hammer

• a tractor

What is a theme of "The Three Brass Pennies"?

• Making wishes on brass pennies never turns out well.

• Wisdom, foresight, and reading minds will bring happiness.

• True happiness comes from within ourselves.

• Relying on the promise of an insect is foolish.

Read the following sentences. Choose the answer that uses the underlined word correctly.

• Stubbing my toe repeatedly benefited me.

• Their cordial relationship led to a lot of fighting.

• The TV in my parents’ bedroom is immense.

• I’m going to buy a theme from the store.